2008 BMW 320 vs. 1988 Volvo 760
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 760 (165 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1988 Volvo 760.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 320 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 760. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1988 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 320 | 760 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
